cyprus

April is supposed to be the turning point. The month where you finally pack away the big coat, start trusting the daylight, and feel winter loosening its grip. But too often it plays a different tune, drizzle on the windows, damp trainers by the door, and that cruel little temperature dip just when you thought […]

While the stunning beaches of Cyprus are often its main calling card, scratch beneath the surface and you’ll discover ancient treasures, dramatic landscapes and grandiose architecture. From off-grid mountain biking to kayaking hidden coves and bathing in myth-laden pools, here are the 10 best things to do in Cyprus on your villa holiday. 1. Go […]

We spoke to Maria Demosthenous from Aphrodite Hills Resort in Cyrpus and picked her brain about everything there is to know about this sun-soaked island paradise.  1. What makes you an expert in this region? Although I was born and raised in the UK, I have now lived in Cyprus for a good 30 years, living […]

Often topping the ranking for the ratio of Blue Flag-awarded beaches, Cyprus has no fewer than 65 stretches adorned with the prestigious accolade. The island is perfect for combining a slice of history with beach life – you can be ruin-spotting first thing; swimming and sunbathing a few hours later. The quality meets up to […]

Cyprus is a tapestry of sublime beaches, ancient wonders and dramatic landscapes. Vibrant towns and sleepy villages are tucked into the folds of vineyard-dotted mountains, where locals share their culinary traditions and warm hospitality. Steeped in mythology, the birthplace of the goddess Aphrodite has overcome a complex modern-day history to experience a rebirth of its […]

Paphos is an enchanting mix of modernity and antiquity: gleaming hotels and sleek seafront bars rub shoulders with archaeological sites, mountain villages and Byzantine monasteries. Making it an intriguing place to stay. The long-held tradition of winemaking and ancient Greek mythology sit alongside pioneering wildlife conservationists, thrilling jeep safaris and modern water parks. To make […]

Paphos has the longest coastline of any region in Cyprus, making room for a wealth of glorious beaches. It’s the perfect place to stay for beach lovers. The wildest, most remote stretches hug the Akamas Peninsula, where sea turtles come ashore to nest. From electric-blue bays to sheltered shallows and escape-it-all hideaways, here are the five […]

Paphos, an ancient port city in western Cyprus, is steeped in Greek mythology. As the mythical birthplace of Aphrodite, it is evocative of romance and tinged with legend. Although its palm-fringed seafront and buzzy scene have put Paphos on the map, a sense of timelessness remains in the city, from its crumbling ruins to its […]